Nursing in the Community

Catalog description

This course introduces the theoretical basis for community-oriented nursing practice. It emphasizes the application of community/public health concepts applied to promote and preserve the health of the community. Diverse populations across the lifespan and throughout the continuum of the healthcare environment will be examined. Community assessment, epidemiology, environment, political action, and case management frameworks guide evidence-based nursing care delivery to individuals, families, and populations in community settings. The practicum introduces the student to community-oriented nursing practice. A community assessment/analysis project is completed. Upon completion and analysis of the community assessment, the student can determine priority health objectives. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Bachelor Level Nursing program; NURS 302 . Corequisite(s): NURS 450L .